Mod Highlights

Adding the Dashpod...cutting this square with a dremel was nerve-racking. Measure twice cut once. Some think it's useless but I find myself using the temp and compass often.

(Mod resource: http://www.fjcruiserforums.com/foru.../forums/interior-exterior-visual-tech/83917-dash-pod-gauges-install-w-pics.html)

Android Head unit installed. Ordered directly from Carjoying's website (https://www.carjoying.com/).

Replaced the OEM usb/aux port with this one (https://www.sonicelectronix.com/ite...ampaign=43737&utm_source=ebayenterprise&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=43737). Works well.

GPS antenna placed here hidden under the dash pod cover. Strong GPS signal in this location.

Round 1 Suspension lift: Toytec Ultimate Lift and SPC light racing UCA and a set of used SAW 1.5” rear springs

Round 1 Tires: Mastercraft Courser MXT LT285/70/17 Load E tires mainly for the aggressive mud terrain tread pattern, good reviews and also they are one of the lighter MT’s on the market (56lbs each). Made in America by Cooper tires. Only draw back is the 2-ply sidewalls. I have had 18K miles on these now, with every 5k mile rotation. They are wearing well and I expect to get about 35-40K miles on them. Road noise was minimal at first but is more noticeable now. Soft, smooth ride on road and does pretty well offroad

Front Bumper: Decided to go with a tube winch bumper to save on front end weight. Went with Trailworx Fabrication which looks better in my opinion with the option of the 3 hoop evil eye design. It's light (60-70lbs), strong and provides very good approach angles. These are no longer being made.

DIY windshield washer fluid bottle relocation due to aftermarket bumper exposing the bottle. Decided on this $20 option.

(Mod resource: http://www.fjcforums.com/forums/off-road-tech/6268-2010-washer-fluid-reservoir-2.html#post322324)

Bottle: 1.5 Quart Natural Tank w/Mounting Tabs 7.74" L x 3.62" W x 5.9" H (2-1/4" Neck) | U.S. Plastic Corp. (http://www.usplastic.com/catalog/item.aspx?itemid=46229&catid=934)

Cap: 2-1/4" Un-vented Black Nylon Cap | U.S. Plastic Corp. (http://www.usplastic.com/catalog/item.aspx?itemid=84512&catid=934)



Its very good quality, fits right into that slot without any modifications

Get a hole saw for the drill to make the holes for the 2 pumps, i drilled one on the bottom and one on the side

I got some galvanized steel wire at Home depot to make the bracket to hold it in place

Does not rattle at all, no issues offroad

For $20 there is your windshield fluid bottle relocation






Round 1 Winch: Went with the Vipermax 13K winch based on good reviews by many members on this forum. Added Ellis precision red aluminum hawse fairlead and Factor 55 prolink to the mix. It was at this point that I decided red was my accent color.

Winch solenoid control box was initially relocated to the top of the fuse box

(Mod resource: http://www.fjcruiserforums.com/foru...ms/misc-technical-discussion/163823-engo-winch-install-solenoid-relocation.html)

The cables were too messy to me so I relocated the winch solenoid again to behind the grill. I have a remote and still have some space to plug the wire controller in.

An in-cabin winch kill switch was added with PAC 500 solenoid for safety.

RCI Metalworks steel skids (front, transmission and transfer case) were next and painted red to match the other accents. The small window for oil changes is key as these skids are heavy. A rear diff skid may be in the works in the near future.

 

Re: Loganbeere's Iceberg Build

2 posts and its already built? LOL its a great looking rig. I like those rims blacked out. Are they holding up to offroading?

 

Mod Highlights (continued)



DIY Dual Battery system with NVX BIR500 500 Amp Relay Isolator, 2 AWG battery cables, 250amp fuses

Batteries: Diehard AGM Gold Group 34 (main) and Odyssey 34R-PC1500 (aux)

(Mod resource: http://www.expeditionportal.com/for....com/forum/threads/77503-How-to-make-a-cheap-isolated-dual-battery-setup-for-50)

I ordered battery cables from this eBay seller. Multiple lengths and configurations to pick from.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/2-Gauge-AWG...er-Copper-Wire-/271564807829?var=&hash=item3f3a861e95:m:myKRgn6I9mdLPjUjgzJK0Tg



Aux battery monitor placed here

Mod resource (http://www.fjcruiserforums.com/foru...s.com/forums/stereo-electronics-electrical/621289-usb-charge-port-question.html)

Scuba mod for rear diff and E locker. Didn't do the front breathers due to 2013 ones being high enough under the hood already for me. SoCal terrain is mostly dry desert with rocks so not much in the way of water crossings but I anticipated some water crossings at FJ Summit X so went ahead with this relatively easy and cheap mod.

(Mod resource: http://www.fjcruiserforums.com/foru...-driver-transmission-transfer-case-rear-differential-e-locker-breather-mod.html)

Round 2 Suspension Lift: After a few stories on Facebook of Bilstein 5100’s folding over at the lower stem, I decided to upgrade the front suspension with Fox 2.5 Factory Series Coil-Over IFP. The Toytecs were better than stock and while on road they were fine but washboard roads were rough. Fox's feel alot smoother offroad. Fox's for the rears are also on order to match the front. [/B]

Hayden aux transmission cooler installed and transmission fluid was flushed with 14qt of Toyota WS ATF at this point with 43K miles on odometer. I don't do any towing but climb 4000 ft mountains regularly. Will help protect the transmission with slow crawling off road as well. Easy enough mod and makes it super easy to flush the transmission now which i plan on doing every 50K miles

(Mod resource: http://www.fjcruiserforums.com/foru.../engine-performance/28194-installing-transmission-cooler-instructions-pics.html and http://www.fjcruiserforums.com/foru...ansmissions-transfer-cases-traction-aids/96199-diy-auto-transmission-flush.html)

On Board CO2: I was using a VIAIR 88P air compressor which was relatively slow and gets hot with use so I pieced together an on board CO2 system with a Beverage Factory 10lb CO2 aluminum tank and The "Source" Hyperflo 150psi fixed regulator purchased from Wheeler's Offroad. Mounted it in the back with piece of wood and two super quick fists. Will mount the fire extinguisher next to it as well. Used it last week and was able to air up all four tires in about 2-3 minutes from 20 psi to 38 psi. Also aired up another SoCal forum member's tires in the same setting as well. There was a little bit of frost on the regulator after airing up 8 tires but no problems with flow. Using rubber hose made from recycled goodyear tires and a gas station style tire chuck. It impressed me.

(Mod resource: http://www.fjcruiserforums.com/foru...f-road-tech/128078-build-your-own-co2-tank-system-high-quality-lowest-cost.html)

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Lol, thank you. it's been ongoing just decided to document it now. The wheels are good for the most part. No chips. But the rim will scratch if hit up against big rocks

I`ve had my FJ for almost 10 1/2 years now and its getting close to getting a rebuild. All my mods are pretty old now. I want to get it painted get the kings rebuilt and refurbish a few of the other mods I got. It just started snowing tonite so all this will have to wait until at least spring just because .....its cold

 

TRAILS AND PICS

El Paso Mountains (North Mojave Desert)

Last Chance Canyon

Lockwood Creek Trail/Miller Jeep Trail

 

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G'Day L,
sweet build.....
Well done....
Cheers
Baz
:blueblob:

 

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Woah!!!!!!
Damn that rig is sick looking. Nice work!!!! When my Fj grows up it wanted to be like yours lol

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Very nicely set up FJ you have. Looks great and attention to detail makes it.

 

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Looks super good and is super solid! Sweet build!

 

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Great build and write up, filled with helpful hints and references...thank you! :clap:

 

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This makes me feel bad, makes me feel like I've been snoozing on my FJ build...........dang you

 

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Thanks for taking the time to compile all of this! Well built and very informative. Nicely done. I've been meaning to do this for awhile now and you gave me some inspiration to start cataloging stuff before I forget!

 

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I've had my FJ for six months and all Ive done is upgrade the tires... =(

 

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Like your build. Unique and well thought out color scheme, hints of red are just enough. And that front bumper is a beauty!

I've had my FJ for six months and all Ive done is upgrade the tires... =(

Gotta start somewhere! :bigthumb:

 

TRAILS AND PICS
FJ Summit X

 

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Thanks guys!

How do you like the MasterCraft MTs? Any complaints?

 

Re: Loganbeere's Iceberg Build

Really a Nice Build and great pics! Thanks for putting it all together.

 

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Rowdy build, beyond most FJ's. I would love to see some interior photos and mods.
Thanks for sharing.
Ateamnm

 

Trails and Pics

Deer Creek

Calico-Phillips Loop

Rattlesnake Canyon

 

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I had this morning off so I took the FJ to stretch its legs. Drove through a stretch of whoop-de-doo's at speed and the fox suspension really soaked up the bumps. Can't wait for the rears to come.

 

Loganbeere's Iceberg Build

Installed Coverking spacer mesh seat covers today to avoid wearing a hole in the stock seats. Fitment was extremely good. Looks almost OEM. Feels soft and cool. The spacer mesh looks like a breathable material. Don't mind the dirty interior. I need to clean it.

 

Loganbeere's Iceberg Build

Off-road Garage Snorkel came in the mail today from Kazakhstan. I requested the no logo, no label version. Looking forward to installing it soon

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Look forward to the snorkel install. What's the quality like?

 

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Look forward to the snorkel install. What's the quality like?

Very nice quality. He packaged it well. Hard to tell that it was handmade. I will probably document the install on this thread since there isn't one on this concealed inside the fender version. I have a second battery in the back corner and didn't want to drill a big hole in my fender. This is mainly for dust control for me.

 

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I really like that snorkel....looking forward to the install

 

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I really like that snorkel....looking forward to the install

Please share your experience with the quality and install of the snorkel. I am on the fence for this one. I am curious if you need to drill any holes on the A pillar or roof to mount. In addition, I plan to run my wires through the snorkel if it's possible.


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Sure, I've been busy with a new house renovation so I haven't found the time to install it yet. There is no drilling of the A pillar. The top of the snorkel is secured to the roof with factory roof rack mounting holes so no drilling. From what I can tell there will be some cutting inside the fender but nothing that you can tell from the outside so it can be returned to the factory look.

 

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Please share your experience with the quality and install of the snorkel. I am on the fence for this one. I am curious if you need to drill any holes on the A pillar or roof to mount. In addition, I plan to run my wires through the snorkel if it's possible.


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Looking forward to your snorkel build thread. We know what you mean about being busy with a re-model. It took us two months to do our kitchen, but well worth the blood, sweat and tears. Good luck my friend.

 

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Looking forward to your snorkel build thread. We know what you mean about being busy with a re-model. It took us two months to do our kitchen, but well worth the blood, sweat and tears. Good luck my friend.

Thanks Doug. It was a full gut job with new plumbing, electrical and ac install...one headache after another. Looking forward to trail riding with you guys soon.


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Loganbeere's Iceberg Build

Installed these last night but it looks like the bottom of the reservoir will hit the rear axle with any flexing. Thinking of rotating the reservoir to the front.

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Looks like you might have to build a mount for the reservoir. Aluminum L bracket at Lowes/ Ace hardware. $15.99 :grin